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Information as of June 25, 2024
New Student Move-In & Welcome Weekend 2024
Please note the following dates for moving to campus in September, for Welcome Weekend, and for the first day of fall classes.
September 20: Residence hall move-in and social activities
September 21-22: Welcome Weekend
September 23: First day of fall classes
- Parents and families are encouraged but not required to attend New Student Move-In and/or Welcome Weekend.
- We are mindful that not all families have the resources or time to travel with their students.
- Residence Hall Move-In on September 20 begins at 8:30am with the first of 3 groups, the second group begins at 10:00am, and the third group begins at 11:30am.
- The Farewell Family Reception on September 22 ends at 1:00pm which is when required sessions for new students begin.
Schedule of Events
A full detailed schedule of events will be available starting in July.
Residence Hall Room & Move-In Assignments
You will learn your Residential Learning Community (RLC) placement in late July as well as specific room assignment and move-in information in early August.
- The specific move-in time for each student will be sent in a separate email along with other move-in information.
- Various resources are available on our SCU Housing website which we hope students and families will find helpful as they prepare to make their way to campus.
Questions? Contact the Housing Office at housing@scu.edu or 408-554-4900.
Resources for Moving to Campus
View information and resources related to moving to campus.
Resources include:
- Packing Suggestions
- Shipping to Campus
- Shopping Around Campus
Meals
Meals are defined as breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner.
- Students may use their SCU dining plan to pay for their meals.
- For non-students (families), the various dining areas on campus will charge for whatever individuals purchase for food and drink.
- However, several events on the schedule are receptions and socials where food and drink is served free of charge.
Health & Safety
Safety resources on campus:
- Add these phone numbers to your phone directory and use to contact Campus Safety Services at any time throughout the year:
- 408-554-4441 (for non-emergencies)
- 408-554-4444 (for emergencies)
- Download the Rave Guardian App to your phone and convert it into a personal safety device.
- If you ever feel unsafe, use any of the over 40 Emergency Blue Phones around campus to immediately alert and contact Campus Safety Services.
Health resources on campus:
- Students seeking medical treatment can visit the Cowell Center, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
- For information about COVID-19, please visit our Prepared SCU website.
Campus Map
View a campus map including links to information about directions and parking.
Alternatively, download a PDF version of the campus map that includes parking lots.
Driving & Parking
During the move-in process, please pay attention to all road signs and personnel directing traffic especially since some streets may be closed or have limited access.
Although parking permits are not needed for families, it is highly recommended to park in either the Main Parking Structure in the middle of campus or in the North Campus Parking Structure on the northern end of campus.
Academic Calendar
View the academic calendar for key dates during the 2024-25 academic year. Academic calendars are also available for future years through 2027-28.
Family Weekend
Family Weekend will be February 21-22, 2025.
- More details will be provided on our Family Weekend website and sent via email to students and parents starting in November.
- Online registration will open by mid-December.